Unprecedented Achievement Amid Legal Turmoil
Jigger Geverola, embroiled in a legal battle as the alleged mastermind of a pawnshop robbery in Cebu City, has remarkably passed the 2023 Bar examinations. His achievement is particularly striking given his current status under police custody. Geverola, a graduate of Southwestern University in Cebu City, was among the 3,812 examinees who succeeded in the Bar exam held in September. The results, announced on December 5, have set the stage for Geverola’s potential oath-taking and roll-signing on December 22.
Mixed Emotions and Future Aspirations
Geverola’s reaction to his success is a blend of joy and melancholy, reflecting his complex situation. While elated at passing the Bar exams, he is acutely aware of the challenging circumstances he faces. His immediate ambition post-exam is to assist those in need, starting with his fellow detainees, whom he considers his first clients. This aspiration to help is not only noble but also indicative of a profound transformation from an accused criminal to a potential advocate for the underprivileged.